TRES
DIAS
The Purpose of TRES DIAS
TRES DIAS is an adult weekend which aims to concentrate
closely on the person and teachings of Jesus Christ. While TRES DIAS explores
the basic Christian beliefs, it is best described as a spiritual encounter with
Christ. Many who have attended the weekend have experienced a deeper and more
meaningful relationship with Christ as they sense His love in a dynamic way.
What Happens on a TRES DIAS Weekend?
The Spanish words "TRES DIAS" mean
"Three Days." TRES DIAS
begins on Thursday evening and ends the following Sunday evening.
The TRES DIAS team leading the weekend
is composed of former attendees of a TRES DIAS or similar weekend like Cursillo
(ker-see-yo) or Emmaeus Walk who have volunteered their time for
weeks of preparation by working and praying together as a unit. There is
presented in Three Days the basics of the Christian life and meaning of living
the Christian ideal and its application to our daily lives.
TRES DIAS is centered around lay and clergy talks. Each
talk is discussed by table groups. Interchange that develops in these
discussions makes Christ's teachings come alive.
The basic atmosphere of TRES DIAS is
one of love, joy, Christian fellowship, singing, laughing and worship.
TRES DIAS makes future Christian experiences more
fruitful because of the zestful seasoning it brings to all Christian living.
TRES DIAS can be made only once in a lifetime,
therefore, it is not a substitute for a retreat nor does it have the individual
solitude of a retreat.
Who Should Attend A TRES DIAS Weekend?
Just as Christ meets you at your point of
need, so TRES DIAS is designed for those who desire to be strengthened
in their faith and to be brought closer to Christ in their discipleship.
All are welcomed to attend the weekend. There
are weekends for men and weekends of women. If you are married, the husband must attend first. Wives usually
attend a few weeks later. Each attendee
must be sponsored by someone who has previously attended a TRES DIAS,
Cursillo, or Emmaeus Walk type weekend.
The History of TRES DIAS
TRES DIAS was derived from Curisllo de Christinadad—a
“short course in Christianity” which has been an active tool of church renewal
since its beginnings in
TRES DIAS was started in
The FOURTH Day
One’s life after a TRES DIAS is called
the Fourth Day. Following TRES DIAS
a person is able to expand his/her own spiritual life and become a more active disciple
of Christ in the world and in the church.
During this time, perseverance is important. Perseverance is enhanced after the Three Days
through contact with the TRES DIAS community. This contact is available
regularly as a means for growth. Also reunions
of smaller groups within the local church are encouraged so that the
participants may help one another in living the Christian life.
How May I Attend a TRES DIAS Weekend?
If you are interested, complete the
application and return it to your sponsor.
(For more joy and purpose in your Christian walk, the TRES DIAS could be just what
you’re looking for.)
(Please print clearly)
Date:__________________
Last Name:
_______________________________________ Address:
______________________________________
City:
Telephone
(Home)(____)
Married: ____Yes ____No If married, has spouse been to a Tres
Dias/Emmaus/Cursillo weekend? ___Yes ___No
NOTE: Husband and wife please use same application
form.
Male First
Name: __________________________________ Female First Name:
_____________________________
Male
Preferred Badge Name: (if different)
______________ Female Preferred Badge
Name: (if different) _________
Male Work
Phone: _________________________________ Female Work Phone:
____________________________
Male Email
Address:________________________________ Female Email Address:
__________________________
Male Cell
Phone:___________________________________ Female Cell Phone: _____________________________
Male Date
of Birth: ____/____/______
Female Date of Birth: ____/____/_____
There is a
$115.00 fee for the Weekend. A $25.00
deposit per applicant is requested to reserve your place. Please make
checks payable to Birmingham Tres Dias. (BTD)
_______________________________ ______________________________
Signature (Male) Signature
(Female)
Because the Weekend Facility does not permit smoking
on the grounds, smoking will be allowed at designated times
and locations
only!
TRES DIAS SPONSORSHIP
(Please print clearly)
Date:_____________________
Sponsor’s
Name: ___________________________________
Address:
__________________________________________
City:
_______________________________________State: ______________ Zip Code (9
digits): _______-____
Home Phone:
(____)________________________Work Phone:
(____)_____________________________________
Cell Phone:
________________________________ Email Address: _______________________________________
Weekend Sponsor Attended:__________________________
Please list any special needs your candidate will
require:
________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________
As a
sponsor, I acknowledge my responsibility to this/these candidate(s).
Sponsor’s
Signature(s):________________________________
Mail Application to: